Scared to take Zoloft! Please ease my fears....

[flooter]

I got diagnosed w/ PPD 2 days ago. I was prescribed Zoloft (50mg), but my Dr. said it was up to me if I wanted to fill it, or try to work things out on my own (through nutrition, supplements, etc.). The past two days have been really great days though, and I am kind of wondering if my anxiety/depression has passed--my Dr. said I had a very mild case of PPD anyway---
So, my problem/question is that 1. I don't want to take a drug I don't need, and 2) I'm scared to BF while on Zoloft. I know most literature says it is ok, it just still makes me nervous. My babe is only 6mos and not eating solids yet......
WDYT?

[crunchywannabe]

dr hale says that it is ok:

http://66.230.33.248/discus/messages...tml?1127857628

First, Zoloft is fine for breastfeeding mothers. Its actually the least transferred to the infant and thousands of moms use it every day

I am sure someone else has his book that can list the exact minute percentage that transfers, but it is considered the safest anti-depressant out there.
so what I think? if you really need it, you should take it.

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[gumby74]

I feel a though I am in the same situation as you. I was having a very hard time last week and now the past couple of days things seem like they are getting better. It is almost as if once I decided I needed help, life seemed a little better. Not to say that life is perfect by any means. I called my OB and she rec. a psychologist to go see as well as prescribed Zoloft. I picked up the pres., but have not yet started taking it. No matter what I read....I still am nervous about any effect it might have on my two week old son. What I have decided to do is wait until my first appointment with my psychologist next week and then go from there. I really hope that just being able to talk to someone will help alleviate some of my depression and anxiety. Best of luck to you!

[rabrog]

I went back on Zoloft in my 2nd trimester (I was just going downhill....) and took it while breastfeeding, etc. No ill effects for me or my DD and she breastfed for 10 months.

Meds aren't a cure-all but sometimes they can be helpful. If you decide to take it, remember to start on it the right way - 25mg (cut the pill in half) for 5 or so days and then the full pill.

Jenn

[MCatLvrMom2A&X]

I took zoloft for 15months after my dd and 5 months after my ds for ppd no problems with either of them at all. With dd it seemed to actually help her to since my ppd was so bad that it was affecting her in a major way as well. I dont regret for a second taking it as I am sure had I not I would prolly not be here still.
Sometimes like with me the risk of not taking something was way worse than taking it. I would take it again in a heartbeat if I needed to even tho I am bfing.

[kgrfcharlton]

Zoloft made a difference for me. I am one that think too many people are on too many meds, but I needed something just to get my head above the water & zoloft did that for me. I researched & found that zoloft seemed to be the best choice for bfing. I am on the 50mg, which I guess is the starter dose, but that is just what I needed.

I am on my 2nd month & I have seen no changes in my 6mo ds.

If your feeling better than I would wait to take it, but if you feel like you are drowning in life than by all means, get your head above the water.

[royaloakmi]

I was on Zoloft beginning when my twins were 4-5 months old and EBF. I did not notice any effects on them, other than the benefits of having a mother who wasn't a raving lunatic.

If you think it would help, go for it.

[jesuslovinmamaof3]

When I was pregnant with my ds, I was depressed and was prescribed Lexapro. It worked great! But since I was going to bf my ds, I had to change to a different rx. My midwife prescribed Zoloft 50 mg, as well, because it is safe to use while nursing, because it isnt transferred to the nursing baby throught the bm, like the other anti-depressents. It works pretty well for me, I like it because I can take it, and still nurse.

[Shirada]

I too had heard all these good things about SSRI's and Zoloft in particular for breastfeeding mothers. I have just realised that I am depressed and perhaps have been for a long time. I have an appointment this week to see a professional who I know will probably discuss Zoloft with me. I too am scared not just for my baby, but for myself, after checking out the book PROZAC BACKLASH which addresses some serious issues regarding ALL the SSRI drugs which includes Zoloft. I am going to discuss the possibility of taking St. John's Wort after reading that book. Has anyone else read it?

[bzymom]

I was doing some research on www.kellymom on zoloft vs. natural remedies and it was recommended not to take Saint John's Wort while breastfeeding.

[Gabbi]

I hear what you are saying and want to offer many cheesy s to you. (that little hugging icon just doesn't say enough IMO).
I suffered with SEVERE PPD and I can honestly say I too had days it didn't seem as bad and I would think "ah, I'm fine". Then I had days I felt like my world was spinning.
You must remember the most important thing is you are enjoying your family. If you have PPD symptoms chances are you are not.
Do not get caught up in the "o dear I don't want to take meds"....focus on the goal of why you may need them.
Always...
1.Be proud of yourself for seeking some advice on the matter before it gets too far out of hand.
2.Be secure in knowing this does not have to be a permanent thing.
3.Look forward to knowing those gloomy/anxious days can be put behind you. And it isn't your fault!!

Hang in there mama! All the best to you!

[coco4cloth]

Originally Posted by Gabbi

1.Be proud of yourself for seeking some advice on the matter before it gets too far out of hand.
2.Be secure in knowing this does not have to be a permanent thing.
3.Look forward to knowing those gloomy/anxious days can be put behind you. And it isn't your fault!!

Hang in there mama! All the best to you!

Just what I needed to hear! I made the call this morning.